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London’s calling

London remakes the East End with goals beyond 2012 in mind

By Risa Wyatt and Peter Schroeder

 |  Globe Correspondents  

  October 21, 2011

Britons are turning their full attention to the 2012 Summer Olympics, with competitions scheduled for July 27 through Aug. 12. Many facilities are already completed - under budget and ahead of schedule. That means visitors can preview the venues not just in London but also in Weymouth (sailing) and Eton Dorney (rowing).

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